I was turned on to the UFC and Pride in the mid-1990's. UFC and Pride give fans of boxing and professional wrestling something different, exciting, and very real. Two men enter an octagon or ring and fight, no holds barred. You can punch, kick, elbow, etc. The loser is usually carried or helped out of the ring. Mind you, this is not Hulk Hogan phoney stuff, this is real and it is rough. However, it is not a mindless toughman contest. These are expert grapplers and martial artists who train and are at the top of their games. This excellent documentary gives fans an all too real view of this sport, what goes on in front of the camera and behind it. The movie spotlights both Mark Coleman and Mark Kerr, two of the best fighters in the world. You also get to see other legends like Bas Rutten, Ken Shamrock and Royce Gracie. If you are a fan of the sport, this will be one of the greatest movies ever. If you are a little timid, you might want to watch it through your hands. Excellent drama and action. I loved it! **** out of ****.
Review of The Smashing Machine
